Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manual 2.0.1 C o p y r i g h t © E le c tr o n i c T h e a t r e C o n t r o l s , I n c . All Rights reserved. P r o d u c t in f o r m a t i on a n d s p e c i f i c a t i o n s s u bj e c t t o c h a n g e . P a r t N u m b e r : 7180M1230-2.0.
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Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Standard Performance Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Warnings and Notice Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Contacting ETC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Paradigm System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimmer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Patch By DMX Start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Patch Dimmers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Emergency Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Quick Rack Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Arch Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix A Paradigm ACP Menu Flow Chart . . . . . . . . 75 Menu Flow Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 Appendix B Dimmer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Unison DRd Rack Compatible Modules . . . 83 Dimmer Module Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Dimmer Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction Welcome to the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP) Configuration Manual. This manual contains information for user configuration and programming of the Paradigm ACP when installed in a Unison DRd or ERn enclosure.
Warnings and Notice Conventions These symbols are used throughout ETC documentation to alert you to danger or important information: Note: Notes are helpful hints and information that are supplemental to the main text. CAUTION: A Caution statement indicates situations where there may be undefined or unwanted consequences of an action, potential for data loss, or an equipment problem.
Contacting ETC For questions about delivery of your Unison system, contact ETC Systems Group. For general information, your most convenient resources are the references provided in this manual. To search more widely try the ETC web site at www.etcconnect.com. For technical questions about Unison rack systems, contact ETC Technical Services directly at one of the offices listed below. Emergency service is available from all ETC offices outside of normal business hours.
Overview Paradigm System Components L IG HT I NG C O NT RO L S Y S T E M L IG HT I NG C O NT RO L LinkPower S Y S T E M Preset 1 Preset 6 Preset 1 Preset 1 Preset 2 Preset 2 Sequence Preset 7 Preset 2 Preset 3 Preset 3 Preset 8 Preset 3 Preset 4 Macro Record Preset 5 SENSOR+ SR48+ dimmer rack Preset 4 Preset 9 Preset 5 Preset 10 Preset 4 Preset 5 SENSOR+ SR48+ dimmer rack Unison Heritage Stations Preset 1 Preset 1 Preset 2 Sequence Preset 7 Preset 2 Preset 3 Preset 3 Preset
Storage The project configuration, after upload to the Paradigm ACP, is stored in non-volatile CompactFlash® memory. When the Paradigm ACP is installed in a host DRd enclosure, dimming configuration data is also stored in the dimming engine. Backup The Paradigm ACP front panel features a Secure Digital (SD) media card slot and a USB port for use of a flash drive. Use any compatible removable media to backup your configuration files. See “Removable Media”, page 14 for a complete list of compatible media.
Note: Check the pin-out of the connected RS-232 service to ensure correct pairing of transmit and receive lines. The RS-232 cable (not supplied) should follow common RS-232 pinout for a DB- 9 receptacle (pin 2 is RS-232 Rx, pin 3 is RS-232 Tx, and pin 5 is ground). • Ethernet (IEEE 802.3) on an RJ45 female connector. This connection networks the host Paradigm ACP with other ACPs and devices on the control network.
Installation Environment Requirements The Paradigm ACP is designed for use in a Unison DRd or ERn enclosure. The environmental conditions for the Paradigm ACP should adhere to the requirements set for the host enclosure. Reference the related enclosure Installation manual for complete details.
Chapter 1 Installation and User Interface Overview This chapter contains the following sections: 1 • Install the Paradigm ACP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 • User Interface Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install the Paradigm ACP The Paradigm architectural control processor (P-ACP) is designed to slide in the bottom module slot of a Unison DRd or an ERn enclosure. All data terminations used with the Paradigm ACP are terminated to the right and left I/O boards in the related enclosure. Install the Paradigm ACP only after the enclosure has been installed and all wires have been terminated properly.
Single Processor System LightDesigner configurations with only a single processor will automatically resolve processor number (identity) and IP settings when loaded onto a processor. No additional setup is required. Step 1: Use removable media to load the LightDesigner configuration file. See “Load Architectural Configuration” on page 61. Alternatively you may load the configuration file from a PC through the Ethernet port on the front of the Paradigm ACP.
User Interface Overview The Paradigm ACP features a dynamic user interface with a touch wheel for easy menu navigation, an alpha-numeric button pad for direct selection, and a bright, easy to read graphic LCD. Additionally, an SD media card slot, integrated USB port for flash drive, and an Ethernet port for PC connection to LightDesigner for configuration transfers are provided. LCD Display The Paradigm ACP features a backlit LCD capable of displaying 8 rows of text with 21 characters per line.
Enter The enter button ( ) is used to commit an edit or an action such as to make a selection from the menu list or to commit a selected value. When focus is on the first text value (“From Dimmer:” in the example below) and an edit or change to the selection is desired, press enter ( ). The focus changes to the next selectable value in the display (dimmer “1” in this example). Make the edit and press enter ( ) again to change focus to the next selectable value for edit (dimmer “12” in this example).
• Alternatively, while navigating certain menu items such as “Dimming Setup” or “Dimming Control” menus and selecting specific dimmers, use the [/and] button to select dimmers out of sequence. For example, [1] [/ and] [5] [/ and] [8] ( ), selects dimmers 1, 5, and 8. Once selected you may use the numeric button pad to add a value to the selected dimmers or use the touch wheel to scroll to a desired value. #Nav/Thru The [#nav / thru] button is a dual function button.
R e m ov a b l e M e d i a US B Port The Paradigm ACP includes a USB port for use with a flash drive, located on the front panel. The USB flash drive is not included and can be purchased separately. A USB flash drive can be used to store and load backup files of your architectural and dimming configurations. SD Media The Paradigm ACP includes a Secure Digital (SD) media card slot located on the front panel. The SD media card is not included and can be purchased separately.
Reset Switch Reset the Paradigm ACP software and hardware by pressing the reset switch located on the front panel of the unit. Access the reset switch using the tip of a ball point pen, or other pointed object. reset switch If the Paradigm ACP is hosted by a DRd enclosure, during a powered reset the dimming engine holds the levels for the last played preset or event until the ACP has rebooted.
Chapter 2 Paradigm ACP Basic Navigation This chapter contains the following sections: 2 • Status Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 • Status / Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 • Menu Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Status Di splay The Paradigm architectural control processor (P-ACP) provides all of the basic rack and system information on the status display. When the Paradigm ACP is installed in a DRd enclosure, the dimming rack status display is the default status display. The architectural control status display is the only status display available when the Paradigm ACP is installed in an ERn enclosure. DRd Dimming Rack Status Display Dimming Rack Status System OK DMX Start = 1 Ø1: 119 Ø2: 119 Ø3: 120 60Hz 102F v1.
• internal operating temperature - The internal operating temperature is measured and displays on the dimming rack status display. By default, temperature is displayed in °F when the rack is 120, 240, or 277 VAC, and in °C when the rack is 230 VAC. • rack software version - The rack software is specific to the dimming engine and may differ from the ACP software version. Arch Control Status Display Arch Control Status Processor Name IP: 10.101.10.
Status / Error Messages Status messages display on both the dimming rack status display and the Arch Control Status display. When the Paradigm ACP is installed in a DRd enclosure, use the touch wheel to scroll clockwise ( ) to view the Arch Control Status display. Status messages provide you with system wide, rack specific or even just dimmer specific information including errors. Important errors may suppress display of other existing errors on the status display.
Status / Error Messages Generated by the Paradigm ACP Message Displayed Description Action System OK No errors exist No action required for normal operation. Emergency Active Panic/Emergency bypass operation is active Occurs only when the Paradigm ACP is installed in a host DRd enclosure. The programmed Emergency bypass look is played. If load shedding is set to “On” all loads not in emergency are shed.
Status / Errors Messages Generated by the DRd Dimming Engine Message Displayed Description Action Rack Error / Rack Overtemp Ambient temperature is above rated temperature range. All dimmers in the enclosure are disabled from use until the ambient temperature is within an acceptable operating range. Rack Warning / High Operating Temp Ambient temperature is approaching maximum temperature. Correct the ambient temperature to within specification.
Menu Navigation The Paradigm ACP menu is designed with consistent navigation from the user interface either using the numeric button pad or the touch wheel. Note: To navigate the menu using the numeric button pad, press the #nav/thru button on the button pad. This enables number navigation and displays the specified numbers to the left of an existing menu list. See “#Nav/Thru” on page 13. The main menu is the root for all menu navigation.
Chapter 3 Programming This chapter contains the following sections: 23 • About Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 • Dimming Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 • Arch Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 • Dimming Control Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 • Arch Control Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About Menu The “About Menu” provides you direct access to view details about your dimmers (when the Paradigm ACP is installed in a host DRd rack), current DMX level data, software version information, project information, statistics, message log, system network, and stations and LonWorks. Note: About 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 About Dimmer DMX Level Data Version Info Project Information Statistics View Message Log System Network Stations & LonWorks The “About Menu” is provided for you to view information only.
DMX Input Selecting the active input port displays DMX data sorted by the input address. The next column displays the level information for the addresses in the far left column. When there is no active DMX input, the input level column displays “---”. Levels are displayed in values 0 100. The current DMX level updates about every 250ms.
Version Info Version Info Paradigm ACP App: 1.0.0.0.0.0.05 DRd: 1.0.0.0.0.04 FLO: 1.0.0.0.0.06 Kernl: 12.3.5.7.8.123 Uboot: 12.3.5.7.8.123 CoProcessor: 12.3.5.7.8.123 The “Version Info” menu displays the current full software version numbers, including build numbers, for each software type installed in the rack. FLO and DALI options only appear if they are presently installed in the host DRd rack. Each DRd may have only 1 option installed, except when the rack type is the DRd12AX12X.
sACN Control “sACN Control Stats” provide users a metric for resource strain caused by Ethernet based control using sACN and helps to characterize the sACN environment for a system. sACN control statistics update every 5 seconds. sACN Control Stats Totals by: for: sACN Sources: sACN Universes sACN Addresses Processor Processor 1 6 3 499 • sACN Sources - total number of sACN sources the processor or system must listen to, by way of its input patch and gateway functionality.
RS232 Serial RS232 Serial Bytes tx: Bytes rx: Frame Errors: Buff Overrun: Parity Error: ##### ##### ##### #### #### “RS232 Serial” menu includes statistics related to serial commands including the bytes sent, bytes received, and number of errors encountered. If RS232 has never been used in the system, the counters will display “0”.
ID (NID) is shown for devices that are discovered. Found To identify push Heritage 5 btn [####-####-####] LCD 7” [###.###.###.###] Light Sensor Type 1 [####-####-####] To physically identify a device press the control menu shortcut key ( ) to send a wink command to the selected device. For Unison Heritage stations the selected station LEDs will blink, however third party devices may behave differently.
Dimming Setup Menu Dimming Setup Dimmer Setup Patch by DMX Start Patch Dimmers Emergency Setup Quick Rack Setup Push to Set Levels Note: The “Dimming Setup” menu provides a range of options to setup a host DRd enclosure.
Step 4: Note: To maintain individual dimmer settings, press ( ) again. To change the ending number and select a range of dimmers, use the touch wheel or the alpha-numeric button pad to change the ending number. When specifying a range of dimmers, those properties that are not equal among the selected dimmers will display as empty property fields. Any edits made to the empty property fields are applied to the entire selected range of dimmers.
100 - 120 VAC Racks Module Type Description of Purpose AFM required in empty dimmer slots direct connection from line lug to load lugs protected by 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker CC15 and CC20 D15 and D20 D15E and D20E D15F and D20F D15FB and D20FB R15 and R20 ELV10 Compatible Loads not applicable constant loads such as power supplies or other constant-on loads Incandescent, 2 and 4 wire fluorescent, standard 15 or 20 amp dimmer magnetic low voltage, neon, cold enhanced dimmer with 500s rise time catho
Mode: The firing mode menu allows you to set a dimmer or a range of dimmers to a specific firing mode. Available firing modes include: • Normal: used for standard dimming of non-specialized load types. The dimmer operates with a modified square curve by default. • Dimmer Doubled: dimmer operates as two controllable circuits with two channels of control. This mode is displayed for use only with 120 VAC / 60Hz systems utilizing ETC Dimmer Doubling™.
Threshold: Threshold allows you to set a dimmer or a range of dimmers to a specific threshold control level (0-100%) at which it begins to respond. Below that threshold level, the dimmer remains off. The default value is 0%. Step 7: Scroll to “Threshold” and press enter ( ). The focus changes to the value field. Step 8: Use the touch wheel to scroll to the desired value or use the alpha-numeric button pad to enter the desired value (0-100%). Press enter ( ) to accept the selection.
Dynamic Preheat Dynamic preheat is the amount of time a dimmer or selected range of dimmers will maintain a zero output after the control channel is brought to zero from a higher level. After completing that off time it will then fade back up to the minimum scale voltage. This feature allows a true blackout to happen in the facility if only for a few moments. Default is Off, available settings also include 0, 2, 5, and 10 seconds. Step 16: Scroll to “Dynamic Preheat:” and press enter ( ).
Patch By DMX Start Patch by DMX Start Dimmer 1 Start: Dimmer 24 End: 111 135 Patches all dimmers sequentially with a DMX start address. End is info only. When patching by DMX start address, all dimmers in the rack are set to default address values determined by the DMX address of the first dimmer in the rack. By default, the dimmers are patched 1 to 1. This means that dimmer 1 is patched to DMX address 1, dimmer 2 is patched to DMX address 2, and so on.
Patch Dimmers Patch Dimmers Mode: Dim: 1: DD 2: 3: 4: HiRes 5: DD 6: DMX 111 112a NA 113 114H 116a DMX 368b 115L 117b When patching your dimmers using the advanced patch menu, you can edit any existing dimmer in your rack that is patched, including that which had been set using the “Patch by DMX Start” menu. When a dimmer is not patched to a DMX address “---” is displayed. When dimmer module type has less than two controllable addresses (for example CC20, D20F), “NA” displays any non-editable dimmer.
Step 2: Assign a DMX address to the first dimmer in the selection and press enter ( ). The focus changes back to the dimmer number. When dimmer doubling is enabled for a selected dimmer, the focus changes to the second address (b) selection for the affected dimmers. Step 3: Assign a DMX address to the second address (b) of the dimmer doubled dimmer in the list and press enter ( ) to accept the selection. The focus changes back to the dimmer number.
Emergency Dimmers From the Emergency Setup menu, scroll to “Emergency Dimmers” and press enter ( ). “Emergency Dimmers” displays for dimmer assignment. Assign dimmers to be “On” when the panic input is active and Emergency Dimmers On 2: On 3: -assign other dimmers to turn off (also known as load-shedding).
Load Shedding Emergency Setup Emergency Dimmers Emergency Level: 100 Load Shedding: On Input Type: Maintained Active when: Closed When the DRd enclosure senses the loss of normal power, it bypasses the Paradigm ACP and drives selected emergency load circuits to the emergency level.
Quick Rack Setup Quick Rack Setup Voltage L-N Rack Type: Module Type: Balance: DMX Start Addr: Temp: Auto Auto D20 Straight 1 Fahrenheit Apply Changes* Only Quick Rack Setup Rack Type: Module Type: Balance: DMX Start Addr: Temp: Auto D20 Straight 1 Fahrenheit Apply Changes* Only Apply All The “Quick Rack Setup” menu provides you with easy access to the most important dimmer rack properties. Voltage, rack type, and temperature settings are automatic settings (Auto) made by the Paradigm ACP.
Step 3: Use the touch wheel to scroll to the next setup option or scroll to “Apply Changes Only” or “Apply All”. Press enter ( ) to select. Balance: This setting is automatically defaulted to “Straight”. Other settings include “3 Phase Bal” or “1 Phase Bal”. Step 1: Use the touch wheel to scroll to “Balance”, press enter ( through the available options.
Arch Setup Menu Arch Setup LonWorks Connections Assign Processor/IP Date/Time/Location Preferences Data Loss & Power On DMX Settings The “Arch Setup” menu provides user access to many of the settings that directly affect how the Paradigm architectural control processor interfaces with the network and devices on the network. When there is no architectural configuration file (created by LightDesigner) loaded into the Paradigm ACP, certain menu items are not available for viewing or use.
Step 2: Note: Scroll to select the desired station for connection (binding) and press enter ( ). The “Connect to:” menu lists all unconnected neuron IDs, of matching type, that are discovered for connection. Pushing a button on a Unison Heritage station or issuing a device’s service pin will automatically highlight its neuron ID in the “Connect to:” list if the station type matches the previously selected station type.
of a “restore defaults” action. A restore defaults action from the processor face panel changes defaults to match defaults used in LightDesigner (manual/10.101.10.101, etc) and resets the identity to the unassigned processor state. Edit Local Settings Edit Local Settings provides a more advanced selection of processor name (id) and IP settings. User’s may specify either automatic or manual IP addressing with the ability to manually edit IP address fields.
alternative setting, 24 Hour, by pressing enter ( between the two formats. Step 5: ). This toggles the selection Change the time to reflect the current time. Time settings stay with the ACP not the configuration file. a: Scroll to “Time” selection in the menu list and press enter ( ). The selection changes to the first field. The time style selected in step 4 is also reflected in the time fields. b: Scroll to select the desired hour value or use the button pad to specify a numeric value.
• making a selection from a new menu list. week of month is selected by pressing the enter ( ) button and cycling through the selections of “First”, “Second”, “Third”, “Fourth”, and “Last”. c: Press the back ( ) button when all manual settings are complete.
Step 3: When the desired value is displayed, use the touch wheel to scroll to the next setup option or press back ( ) to return to the “Arch Setup” menu. Language The multi-language user interface includes English, Spanish, German and French. Step 1: Use the touch wheel to scroll to “Preferences” from within the “Arch Setup” menu and press enter ( ). The Preferences menu list displays. Step 2: Use the touch wheel to scroll to “Language” and press enter ( cycle through the options.
c: Use the touch wheel or alpha-numeric button pad to select the desired “seconds” value and press enter ( ) to accept the new values. d: Repeat for “Fade Time”. Step 4: Repeat for ACN Loss Behavior. Power On Behavior Power On Behavior may be set to “None”, or configured to execute an action, such as playing a preset. Step 1: Use the touch wheel to scroll to “Data Loss & Power On” from within the “Arch Setup” menu and press enter ( ).
Dimming Control Menu The “Dimming Control” menu is selectable only when the Paradigm ACP is installed in a host DRd enclosure. Dimming Control 1 Set Levels 2 Dimmer Check 3 Release Set Levels The “Dimming Control” menu is provided to set dimmer levels, check dimmers and release any set dimmer levels. Direct access to the “Dimming Control” menu is also selectable from the Control Menu Shortcut ( ) button.
Dimmer Check scroll to “Next Dimmer” and press enter to step through the dimmer list. scroll to “Previous Dimmer” and press to step back through the dimmer list. Dimmer Check Dimmer Number: Level: Next Dimmer: Previous Dimmer 1 80 current dimmer in check level that the dimmer will illuminate to. Can be set to any value 0 - 100. The “Dimmer Check” menu provides a quick and easy method to step through all your individual dimmers. This is useful for checking lamps or checking focus.
Arch Control Menu Arch Control Presets Control Channels Groups Walls Sequences Macros Overrides Clear Arch Output The “Arch Control” menu provides access to architectural control objects such as presets, Architectural control channels (zones and fixtures), groups, walls, sequences, macros, and overrides that were created in the LightDesigner configuration. All edits and actions from the “Arch Control Menu” are made with default control priority.
Control Channels The “Control Channel” menu provides the tools to display and change current architectural control channel attribute output levels, view the current control arbitration, DMX and sACN input and output addresses. Note: Displays may differ for architectural control channels with a single attribute versus a channel with multiple attributes or parameters.
to select the attribute for edit and press enter ( ). The attribute properties display for edit and status. Status information includes DMX port A and port B addressing (e.g. 1A/1 is processor 1 DMX port A and address 1, 1B/127 is processor 1 port B address 127), and sACN addressing (e.g. 1/1 = universe 1 and address 1). Scroll to select the new attribute parameter level or use the button pad to specify a new level.
Sequences The “Sequences” menu provides the tools display and change sequence status. Sequence activity can be changed to start, stop, pause, or resume. Sequences Chase Lights Chase Lights: Marquee: Sequence 1: Stopped Paused Running Start Paused Resume Stop Step 1: Scroll to select “Sequences” from the “Arch Control” menu and press enter ( ). The “Sequences” menu list displays all sequences created in the LightDesigner configuration along with their current status.
Overrides Select Override Daylight: Nite Mode: Occupancy: Active Timed Event: Inactive Inactive Inactive The “Overrides” menu provides the tools to change the current state of an override. Overrides are created in the LightDesigner configuration to override timed events from affecting lighting, or to integrate occupancy or daylight harvesting sensors into a lighting system. Step 1: Scroll to select “Overrides” from the “Arch Control” menu and press enter ( ).
File Operations Menu 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 File Operations Save Rack Configs Save Dimming Config Load Dimming Config Save Arch Config Load Arch Config Restore Defaults Update Firmware Save LCD Files Save Log Files The “File Operations” menu provides you with the tools to save and load your Paradigm ACP and dimming configurations, restore system default properties, update firmware and save log files as required.
Save Dimming Configuration The “Save Dimming Config” operation is only available when the Paradigm ACP is hosted by a DRd enclosure. This operation only saves the dimming configuration file to the root directory of the removable media.
Load Dimming Configuration File Operations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Load Dimming Config Save Rack Configs Save Dimming Config Load Dimming Config Save Arch Config Load Arch Config Restore Defaults Update Firmware Save Log Files Load from USB Media Load from SD Media Load Dimming Config SD:\folder <...> DRd6_1 DRd12_2 DRd12_3 DRd6_4 The “Load Dimming Configuration” operation is only available when the Paradigm ACP is hosted by a DRd enclosure.
Save Arch Configuration The “Save Arch Config” process saves only the architectural configuration to the root directory of the removable media device.
Load Architectural Configuration The “Load Arch Config” menu provides you with tools to load an existing Paradigm architectural configuration from a removable media device, such as an SD media card or USB flash drive, or from the Network. Loading a new architectural configuration file overwrites any previous architectural configuration on the Paradigm ACP.
Restore Defaults The “Restore Defaults” operation erases all memories, excluding removable media, and returns the specified configuration(s) to factory defaults. “Restore Defaults” is prohibited while emergency is active within a DRd host enclosure. Note: Before proceeding with “Restore Defaults”, save your current architectural and dimming rack configurations to removable media device so that you can always revert back if needed.
Update Firmware Firmware is the embedded software for the Paradigm architectural control processor, dimming engine, and DALI and fluorescent option boards. Firmware is available from Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc. and should be saved to the root directory of your removable media for loading on the Paradigm ACP. CAUTION: Use caution when updating firmware.
Save LCD Files LCD files including the LCD configuration and theme data from the architectural configuration are stored in the ACP memory. At any time the LCD data can be manually uploaded to the Paradigm Touchscreen station using removable media. Step 1: Install a removable media device (either SD media card or USB flash drive) into the correct slot on the front of the ACP. You may have both media types installed at the same time if desired.
• • returns to the “File Operations” menu when the save action is complete. If a file with the same name is already saved to the root directory of the selected media, a dialog displays for action. Select “Yes” to overwrite the existing file or select “No” to cancel the save action and return to the “Save Log Files” menu list. If the destination media is full, has errors, or is write protected, follow the instructions on the error dialog. The menu returns to the “Save Log Files” menu list.
Restri cted Access Menu The “Restricted Access” menu provides two levels of user access to the Paradigm ACP menu, “User” and “Admin”. Step 1: Scroll to select “Restricted Access” and press enter ( ). The “Restricted Access” menu list displays according to the current user access level.
Change Passcode Change Admin Passcode New Passcode: Verify New: Accept Changes **** **** The process identified below is identical for changing both the “Admin” and the “User” passcode. When logged in with “Admin” level access, you are provided with the ability to change both the admin passcode and the user passcode. When logged in with “User” level access, you are provided only with the ability to change the user passcode.
Timed Event Setup Menu Main Menu Arch Setup Dimming Control Arch Control File Operations View/Clear Errors Restricted Access Timed Event Setup Timed Event Setup View/Edit Events Add New Event Delete Event Special Day Protect The “Timed Event Setup” menu provides the tools to view and edit existing timed events that have been provided by the LightDesigner configuration.
displayed in the format set in Preferences. See “Date/Time/Location” on page 45. Note: Once an event has been created or edited, all parameters must be applied at once to the configuration when exiting the “Add New Event” or “View/Edit Events” display. Step 3: Edit the configured date, start times, end times, actions, and recurrence as desired. • When “Date” is selected for edit, the calendar view displays. Navigate the calendar and select a new date. Press enter ( ) to accept the highlighted selection.
Add New Event Add New Event Date: Start: Start Time: Action: End: Time: Action: Recurrence: 3/1/12 Time Of Day 1:00pm None Duration 0m hhmm am None None 0h Step 1: Scroll to “Add New Event” from the “Timed Events Setup” menu and press enter ( ). The “Add New Event” menu list displays for event setup.
Note: Selecting “holiday” from the “Recurrence Type” menu list displays only the holidays that have been included in the LightDesigner configuration. The addition of new holidays is only possible with LightDesigner. Step 5: After all edits to fields are complete, press back ( ) for options to save or discard edits. Attention: Changes made must be applied to the Configuration to take effect.
Chapter 4 Service 4 Service • Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 • Hardware Reset Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and Maintenance Replace a Paradigm ACP Step 1: Open enclosure door. Step 2: If possible, save all configuration files to removable media. See “Save Arch Configuration” on page 60. When the Paradigm ACP is hosted by a Unison DRd rack, the “Save Rack Configurations” action also saves the dimming rack configuration with the architectural configuration. Step 3: Remove the existing Paradigm ACP from the rack. a: Hold both sides of the Paradigm ACP and pull straight out.
Hardware Reset Switch Reset the Paradigm ACP software and hardware by pressing the reset switch located on the front panel of the unit. You can access this reset switch using the tip of a ball point pen, or other pointed object. reset switch During a powered reset the host rack holds levels for the last look played until the Paradigm ACP has rebooted and takes control.
Appendix A Paradigm ACP Menu Flow Chart Notice the special indicators next to specific main menu items. • A menu item that is specific to a Paradigm ACP when installed in a host DRd rack is indicated with a D . This menu will not display when the Paradigm ACP is hosted by an ERn enclosure. • 75 A menu item that is specific to “Admin” level access is indicated with a A . This menu item will not display for when the menu is restricted to “User” access.
D Processor Name IP: 110.101.10.101 System OK System OK DMX Start = 1 Ø1: 119 Ø2: 119 Ø3: 120 60Hz 102F v1.0.2 A D A D A Menu Flow Chart Arch Control Status Dimming Rack Status 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Main Menu About Dimming Setup Arch Setup Dimming Control Arch Control File Operations View/Clear Errors Restricted Access Timed Event Setup DMX A: DMX B: DRd12 D In Out Inactive Active v1.4.
A D A D A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 About Main Menu About Dimming Setup Arch Setup Dimming Control Arch Control File Operations View/Clear Errors Restricted Access Timed Event Setup 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 About Dimmer DMX Level Data Version Info Project Information Statistics View Message Log System Network Stations and LonWorks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 About Dimmer DMX Level Data Version Info Project Information Statistics View Message Log System Network Stations and LonWorks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 About Dimmer DMX Level Data
A D A D A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Dimming Setup Main Menu About Dimming Setup Arch Setup Dimming Control Arch Control File Operations View/Clear Errors Restricted Access Timed Event Setup Dimmer Setup Patch By DMX Start Patch Dimmers Emergency Setup Quick Rack Setup Push Dimming Setup A Note: Emergency level may be set to any value from 1-100. Load shedding set to “On” or “Off”. Input type either momentary or maintained. Active when closed or open. Note: Module types vary by operating voltage.
A D A D A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Arch Control Main Menu About Dimming Setup Arch Setup Dimming Control Arch Control File Operations View/Clear Errors Restricted Access Timed Event Setup Presets Control Channels Groups Walls Sequences Macros Overrides Clear Arch Output Arch Control Presets Control Channels Groups Walls Sequences Macros Overrides Clear Arch Output Arch Control Presets Control Channels Groups Walls Sequences Macros Overrides Clear Arch Output Arch Control Presets Control Channels Groups W
A D A D A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Main Menu About Dimming Setup Arch Setup Dimming Control Arch Control File Operations View/Clear Errors Restricted Access Timed Event Setup A A File Operations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Save Rack Configs Save Dimming Config Load Dimming Config Save Arch Config Load Arch Config Restore Defaults Update Firmware Save LCD Files Save Log Files 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Save Rack Configs Save Dimming Config Load Dimming Config Save Arch Config Load Arch Config Restore Defaults Update Firmwar
A D A D A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Main Menu About Dimming Setup Arch Setup Dimming Control Arch Control File Operations View/Clear Errors Restricted Access Timed Event Setup Timed Event Setup View/Edit Events Add New Event Delete Event Special Day Protect MAR 2012 S M T W T F S 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 1 8 15 22 29 2 9 16 23 30 3 10 17 24 31 Add New Event Timed Event Setup Date: Start: Time: Action: End: Time: Action: Recurrence: View/Edit Events Add New Event Delete Eve
D Press the shortcut button to directly access the Dimming and Arch Control menus. The Dimming control menu is available only with a DRd host rack. Set Levels Dimming Control 1 4 7 10 13 16 19 1 Set Levels 2 Dimmer Check 3 Release Set Levels -50 FL 25 50 FL 50 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 FL --FL FL 75 50 Dimmer Number: Level: Next Dimmer: Previous Dimmer Dimming Control Note: A level entry of 100% (full) is displayed as “FL”. Note: A level entry of 100% (full) is displayed as “FL”.
Appendix B Dimmer Specifications Unison DRd Rack Compatibl e Modules 120 VAC Dimmer Modules Module Type Description Part Number Module Weight (lbs/kg) AFM CC15 CC20 D15 D15E D15F D15FB D20 D20E D20F D20FB ELV10 R15 R20 Air Flow Module Dual 15A Constant Circuit Breaker Module Dual 20A Constant Circuit Breaker Module Dual 15A, 1.8KW, 350µS Dimmer Module Dual 15A, 1.8KW, 500µS Dimmer Module Single 15A, Fluorescent Dimmer Module Single 15A, Fluorescent / Battery Dimmer Module Dual 20A, 2.
230 VAC Dimmer Modules Module Type Description Part Number Module Weight (lbs/kg) ED25R ED25RE ER15 ER25 Single 25A, 5KW, 400µS RCD Module Single 25A, 5KW, 600μS RCD Module Dual 15A, 3KW at 230 VAC, Relay Module Dual 25A, 5KW at 230 VAC, Relay Module 7083A1047 7083A1048 7083A1086 7083A1087 5 lbs / 2.3 kgs 5 lbs / 2.3 kgs 3.1 lbs / 1.42 kgs 3.1 lbs / 1.
Dimmer Module Defaults Module Types: 120 VAC Default Mode Default Curve 230/240 VAC Default Mode Default Curve 277 VAC Default Mode Default Curve AFM Off Linear AFM Off Linear AFM Off Linear CC15 Off Linear ECC15 Off Linear ACC15 Off Linear CC20 Off Linear ECC25 Off Linear ACC20 Off Linear D15 Normal Mod-Sq *ED15 Normal Mod-Sq AD15 Normal Linear D15E Normal Mod-Sq ED15N Normal Mod-Sq AD15F 2/3 wire Fluorescent Linear D15F 2/3 wire Fluorescent Linear E
Dimmer Modes Normal Mode Default 120V Default 230/240 VAC Property Units Default 277V Curve Voltage Regulation Pre-Heat Dynamic Preheat Min Scale Max Scale Transformer Mode Threshold not applicable Mod-Square Mod-Square Mod-Square On / Off On On On On / Off Off Off Off Seconds 0sec / Off 0sec / Off 0sec / Off Volts 6V 12V 14V Volts 118V 230V 277V On/Off Off Off Off % Control 1% (>0%) 1% (>0%) 1% (>0%) “Normal Mode” typically applies to standard dimmer modules.
2 and 3 Wire Fluorescent Mode Property Curve Voltage Regulation Pre-Heat Dynamic Preheat Min Scale Max Scale Transformer Mode Threshold Units not applicable On / Off On / Off seconds Volts Volts On / Off Control Default 120V Linear On Off 0sec / Off 56V 120V On 1% (>0%) Default 230V Linear On Off 0sec / Off 108V 230V On 1% (>0%) Default 277V Linear On Off 0sec / Off 130V 277V On 1% (>0%) Units not applicable On / Off On / Off seconds Volts Volts On / Off Control Default 120V Linear Off Off 0sec / Off
Off Mode Property Curve Voltage Regulation Pre-Heat Dynamic Preheat Min Scale Max Scale Transformer Mode Threshold Units not applicable On / Off On / Off seconds Volts Volts On / Off Control Default 120V Linear Off Off 0sec / Off 0 0 Off 0 Default 230V Linear Off Off 0sec / Off 0 0 Off 0 Default 277V Linear Off Off 0sec / Off 0 0 Off 0 Reverse Phase Mode Property Curve Voltage Regulation Pre-Heat Dynamic Preheat Min Scale Max Scale Transformer Mode Threshold Note: B Units Default 120V Default 230V D
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